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Universidad Politécnica de Madrid Sustainability Profile

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Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM), a leading institution in engineering and technology education, is headquartered in Madrid, Spain. Established in 1971, UPM has become a cornerstone of higher education in the region, offering a diverse range of programmes across various disciplines, including architecture, civil engineering, and computer science. With a strong emphasis on research and innovation, UPM is renowned for its cutting-edge facilities and collaborations with industry partners. The university's commitment to academic excellence is reflected in its high rankings and notable achievements, positioning it as a prominent player in the European educational landscape. UPM's unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application equips students with the skills necessary to thrive in a competitive global market.

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Education Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's score of 31 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's reported carbon emissions

In 2017, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid reported total carbon emissions of approximately 48,231,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions from stationary combustion amounting to about 4,355,000 kg CO2e. The university has set long-term decarbonisation targets, aiming for total decarbonisation by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with initiatives starting in 2023. In 2016, the university's global emissions were significantly higher, totalling around 164,950,320 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 166,229 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,510,960 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 162,273,120 kg CO2e. The university's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint aligns with broader climate goals, reflecting a proactive approach to sustainability and climate action.

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20162017
Scope 1
166,229
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Scope 2
2,510,960
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Scope 3
162,273,120
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How Carbon Intensive is Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's primary industry is Education Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Universidad Politécnica de Madrid is in ES, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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